Political-Economic Officer for Sudan

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The mission is seeking to fill a foreign policy political and economic officer position, as well as other officer positions that may arise following this selection process. These positions provide research, information and analysis, as well as foreign policy advice services. 

The Political-Economic team at the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia in Addis Ababa covers Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Sudan. Under the supervision of the Program manager of the Polticial-Economic team, the Political Officer will contribute to the delivery of one or more of the programs' core services with respect to Sudan. 

Core responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Contributes to the provision of advice and recommendations related to foreign policy options and issues, the planning and implementation of cultural diplomacy approaches and advocacy projects and initiatives, program delivery, the development of communication products and strategies and the planning and organisation of official visits and events.
• Drafts reports on political, economic, policy and program issues, as well as visits, communications and/or advocacy related documents such as visit programs and reports, presentations, plans, briefing notes, notices, funding estimates, contracts, reports, and communication materials for supervisor.
• Contributes to the research and analysis of trends and developments related to one or more of the core services of the program, which includes existing or emerging local and international issues, foreign policy, advocacy projects, strategies and options, local Cultural diplomacy opportunities, communications strategies and the local/national position pertaining to Sudan.
• Establishes and maintains a network of contacts with local and foreign governments, partners, NGOs, experts, think tanks, academics, agencies, and multilateral organizations, to participate in the development of common approaches, joint projects, pool funding in support of shared objectives, and the coordination of advocacy to leverage influence in government circles, as well as to stay abreast of local developments, changes, policies and programs that may have an impact on the delivery of the program.
• Implements and assists in drafting a comprehensive communication strategy (includes recommending most effective media to deliver different types of messages) and oversees the implementation of a social media strategy for one or more services of the program and promotes Canada’s interests and objectives by contributing to discussions in relevant fora.

 

AREA OF SELECTION

This selection process is open to all internal and external applicants, who are residing in and are legally authorized to work in Ethiopia, including Embassy employees, Canada-based staff spouses and their dependents, who meet all the essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date.  

Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly. 

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered on merit regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or other factor. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

All essential qualifications will be assessed. Methods of assessments and screening of candidates may include but are not limited to: verification of credentials, resume and letters of presentation; interviews, exams and practical tests; presentations or other types of assessments. 

 

Education

This position requires:

• A Bachelor's Degree from a legally recognized University in a field related to the outlined requirements, such as Political Science, International relations, Economics, Business or Public Policy 

OR 

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.*

*An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience refers to: A degree from a recognized university in any field and a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience in political affairs.

Note: Candidates will be required to provide proof of their education

 

Language

The Following languages and proficiency levels are required for this job. Candidates will be formally assessed or requested to provide proof of certification on these levels. 

 

Experience

In order to perform the duties relevant to this job, the following experience is required.

• 3 years cumulative experience in a diplomatic mission, government, international organization, academia, think-tank, civil society organization, private sector or media outlet.
• 2 years of recent* experience in producing political analysis and/or providing recommendations and advice., including research and document production (including presentations, briefing notes, reports and other documents).

*Recent is defined as within the last 3 years. 

 

Competencies

All competencies will be assessed. All competencies must be met prior to appointment. 

*For more information on competencies: Competency Dictionary

 

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

• An advanced proficiency level (reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking) in Arabic
• Master’s degree from a recognized university.
• Knowledge of Canadian foreign and domestic policy issues.
• An intermediate level or higher in French.

 

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Operational requirements will be assessed on a ``meet/does not meet`` basis and can be used to determine right fit of a candidate for the position.

• Hours of Work: Normal hours of work of work for this position are in accordance with Locally-Engaged Staff regulations of 37.5 hours per week.
• Overtime: ability to work overtime on short notice outside regular working hours.
• Travel: Valid travel documents are required, as this position may require limited occasional travel domestically and internationally.  

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position. They are to be maintained throughout the employment period.

• Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
• Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada. 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Follow the below instructions to ensure your application can be considered. 

• You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the above job poster.
• You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the qualifications of the vacancy. You must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the qualification in each question box. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may (or may not) be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
• Applications which do not include all the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to CSDPEA.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCEA@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
• *If you are in a partially or fully qualified pool for a similar position with our mission, please include the process number and all relevant details in your application.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

Carefully review the following:

• Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.
• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks may be sought for candidates.
• Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated (during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at CSDPEA.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCEA@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation (a modification made to the standard assessment conditions, allowing individuals with disabilities to demonstrate their abilities on an assessment by removing barriers related to their specific needs). All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia,  which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
• For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.
• The Government of Canada has established a multiple step salary scale as well as Terms and Conditions tailored to each country’s local labor environment. The Government of Canada does not negotiate salaries. Competitive benefits in line with local practices for each country are also provided in the gross compensation package.